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10 Days in New Zealand
All 10 Day New Zealand Tours & Packages 2021/2022
Plan an amazing trip for New Zealand 10 day itinerary. Explore 56 New Zealand 10 day trips from 120 experts with 7,861 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
Plan an amazing trip for New Zealand 10 day itinerary. Explore 56 New Zealand 10 day trips from 120 experts with 7,861 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
New Zealand in 10 days
New Zealand South Island Adventure
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- Take in the magic of the spectacular Fox Glacier region weaving through rainforests and a walk around the shimmering Lake Matheson.
- Witness the stunning, millions of years old scenery at the dramatic Pancake Rocks and the Hokitika Gorge, and spot fur seals at Cape Foulwind.
- Soak up the silence of Milford Sound on a cruise across its waters – you’ll be left speechless by the hundreds of tumbling cascades and deeply forested mountains.
- Cross the Foveaux Strait to unspoilt Stewart Island and spend two days cruising the bays and inlets to spot penguins and seabirds and walking along its forested coastal tracks in search of kiwis.
New Zealand: See & Experience it ALL in 10 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours
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- • 2 Flightseeing Tours, 1 Over Milford Sound & 1 Over Mount Cook
- • Jet-Boating Top-Speed Along a Turquoise-Colored River
- • A World-Famous Suspension Bridge Jump (optional)
- • Running Off a 60-Meter Cliff (optional)
- • Zip-Lining in the Forest
- • Cable Car Ride Over Stunning Landscape
- • Four-Wheel Driving in a Scenic Valley (seasonal)
- • Boat Rides Around Icebergs (seasonal), Fjords & a National Park & Inside a Cave
- • A Cruise on a Historic Steamship
- • Visits to Boiling Geothermal Sites
- • Bathing in a Mud Spa
- • Glacier-Hiking
- • A Tour of Lord of the Rings’ Movie Set
- • A Show Demonstrating Centuries-Old Native Rituals
New Zealand: The South Island
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- Prepare to be dazzled by the staggering beauty of the South Island’s glittering lakes, lush forests, fertile farmlands, and alpine peaks.
- Hike up a valley carved by the retreating ice of Franz Josef Glacier.
- Spend a day at a wilderness resort, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, hiking—and perhaps strolling to a colony of glowworms.
- Experience life on a working ranch and savor a home-cooked meal during a visit to a sheep and cattle station.
- Sample local vintages during a wine tasting at a local estate.
The Southern Drift (Small Groups)
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- Christchurch: Experience the striking natural landscape of the South Island as you travel on the TranzAlpine. Famous as one of the world’s great train journeys, you can enjoy the remarkable scenery from the ice-fed Waimakariri River to the magnificent Canterbury Plains.
- Hokitika: Visit the coastal town of Hokitika, where you’ll find stunning scenery and a cool, arty vibe. Hear about its rich history, from the discovery of New Zealand jade through the many tales from the gold rush in the 1860s.
- Franz Josef: Experience the mighty natural wonder of the Franz Josef Glacier and what the ice age must have felt like. The sheer enormity of these giant ice puzzles will leave you spellbound as you explore the area with your Local Expert.
- Makarora: Visit Makarora, a great base point to explore the beauty of the Southern Alps. Your Travel Concierge will take you on an orientation of the town where you can admire remarkable scenery and hear more about its history.
- Haast River: Enjoy the unique blend of thrilling speed and calm comfort on a Haast River jet boat safari. Zip past untouched forests and snow-capped mountains in your fully enclosed cabin while you hear beguiling tales of the wilderness communities of the valley.
- Milford Sound: Immerse yourself in nature with a guided walk along a stunning section of Milford Track, one of the most breathtaking walks in the world. Learn about its wildlife and heritage while you traverse beach forest and bubbling rivers as you pass along its route.
- Fiordland National Park: Embark on a serene cruise on Lake Manapouri where you can marvel at plummeting waterfalls and see countless coves and beaches dotted along its shore. See the magnificent scenery of the Fiordland National Park with its forest-clad mountains and islands.
- Dunedin: Sample exquisite botanical spirits made from surplus bread and bakery products in an effort to reduce landfill waste. Witness how owners, Jenny McDonald and Sue Stockwell, do it as they take you through the process of turning bread into spirits.
- Christchurch: Explore the dynamic city of Christchurch and learn how the city has reinvented itself in the past decade. See how the unique Cardboard Cathedral and Container Mall juxtapose with the older landmarks of Canterbury Museum and New Regent Street.
- Optional - Queenstown: Take part in a scenic bike ride on the Arrow River Trail and cross the famous Kawarau suspension bridge, home of the the world's first bungy jump.
- Optional - Queenstown: Embark on a boutique wine tasting tour in the heart of the Central Otago wine region.
New Zealand Overnight Wilderness Trip - 11 Days
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- Christchurch
- Mauria River
- White Water Rafting
- Buller Gorge
- Lake Wanaka
- Queenstown
- Milford Sound
- Sky Diving
- Mt. Cook Salmon Farm
Bucket List New Zealand (None)
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Sweet As South (Eastbound)
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- Lake Ohau: Looking out at the peaks of Mt Cook across the glacial waters of Lake Ohau... It was once a dream, but today we'll make it your reality. (You're welcome.)
- Lake Tekapo: See the church on the shores of Lake Tekapo with a backdrop of snow-capped peaks - and get that iconic Insta pic too!
- Lake Tekapo: We'll stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo and Geraldine... and watch happily on as NZ's astonishing natural beauty takes your breath away.
- Lake Tekapo: The Dark Sky Experience combines Māori astronomy, storytelling and science together in one truly unique interactive display.
- Te Anau: Today we’ll visit a local farm in Te Anau to support the Fairlight Foundation, which works to advance women in Agriculture. We’ll learn all about farming, as well as the Fairlight Foundation and the work that they do.
- Milford Sound: Cruise along the glassy waters and get the kind of view people write poems about. You'll soon see why it's a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Queenstown: Get your adrenaline pumping on the World's first ever (and some would say most famous) bungy jump.
- Wanaka: A lake town with views for days, surrounded by beech forests, alpine lakes, and wilderness glaciers.
- Hokitika: The South Island is known for Pounamu (in fact, it’s even named after the stuff.) Today in Hokitika, we’ll meet with a local Māori Guide, who’ll tell us all about the connection between the illustrious greenstone and the Māori people. After that, we’ll go and check some out for ourselves.
Delve Deep: New Zealand North Island 2024-25
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- Visit Whangarei Falls
- Visit Waitangi Treaty Ground
- Orientation walk around Pahia with Trip Leader
- Visit Waitomo Caves
- Orientation walk around Rotorua with Trip Leader
- Orientation tour, marae visit, workshops and hangi dinner at Kohutapu Lodge
- Visit Wai-O-Tapu thermal pools
- Visit Lake Taupo and Huka Falls
- Orientation walk of Tongariro National Park with Trip Leader
- Orientation walk around Wellington with Trip Leader
- Craft beer tasting with dinner
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New Zealand at a Glance
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Enchanting New Zealand
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- Private Personalised Walk with return ferry tickets – Waiheke Island, Greater Auckland
- Private City Tour – Christchurch
- TranzAlpine Scenic Rail Journey – Christchurch to Greymouth
- Glacier Valley Eco Walk
- Skyline Gondola with Luge Rides - Queenstown Te Ra Guided Tour + Haka, Te Puia – Rotorua
- Milford Sound Scenic Cruise with Picnic Lunch – Milford Sound
- Walterpeak Gourmet BBQ Dinner and TSS Earnslaw Cruise – Queenstown
- Private Hot Tub, Secret Spot Hot Tubs – Rotorua
- Te Puia, Geyser by Night (Thu to Sun) – Rotorua
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Self-guided Walk – Rotorua OR
- Waimagu Volcanic Valley, Self-guided wake with Lake Rotomahana Cruise – Rotorua
- Te Pa Tu, Māori Cultural Evening with Seasonal Fusion Gourmet Dinner - Rotorua
Captivating New Zealand
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- Private Personalised Regional and City Tour – Auckland
- Big Sky Stargazing – Mt Cook National Park/Village
- 25 Minute Scenic Heli flight with Glacier Landing – Mt Cook National Park/Village
- Glacier Explorers Cruise on Glacier Terminal Lake - Mt Cook National Park/Village
- Skyline Gondola with Luge Rides - Queenstown
- Milford Sound Scenic Cruise with Picnic Lunch – Milford Sound
- Hobbiton Movie Set and Farm – Matamata
- Polynesian Spa, Deluxe Pools – Rotorua
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Self-guided Walk – Rotorua OR
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Self-guided wake with Lake Rotomahana Cruise – Rotorua
- Te Pa Tu, Māori Cultural Evening with Seasonal Fusion Gourmet Dinner - Rotorua
Premium New Zealand South Island
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- Experience some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery during your Feature Stay on Milford Sound aboard a purpose-built vessel.
- Savour the flavours of the Otago region with a chef-led food and foraging Exclusive Experience on an expansive and stunning New Zealand deer station.
- Take an exhilarating jetboat ride on the Kimi Akau (Shotover River). This Exclusive Experience takes you deep into the spectacular Shotover Canyons, with the Ngai Tahu - the Maori people of this land.
- Enjoy a ranger-guided walk around the aptly named Blue Pools that feed the Makarora River and learn about the important work of the Aspiring Biodiversity Trust to reduce predators and save some of New Zealand’s rarest species.
- Take a 'backstage tour' of the West Coast Wildlife Centre, helping bring the critically endangered Rowi and Haast tokoeka kiwi back from extinction. Come face-to-face with these rare creatures.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Forest & Bird. Donations help them give nature a voice - protecting wildlife and wild places in Aotearoa New Zealand by advocating for conservation on the ground and at a government level. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
New Zealand Northern Trail (Northbound)
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- Begin your journey in New Zealand’s creative and cosmopolitan capital, Wellington. Your local leader will show you the best of the city, including Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame.
- Admire the out of this world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
- Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
- Hang out or hang ten in Raglan, a laidback town and surfing hotspot. Hop aboard a boat cruise around Raglan to watch the sunset and tuck into a classic Kiwi fish and chips dinner.
- Soak up the natural beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula, including a visit to Hot Water Beach, where all you need is a spade to create your own natural hot tub.
Best of Tasmania
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- Explore Australia’s oldest temperate rainforest with a visit to takayna / Tarkine– home to unique species that have evolved over hundreds of millions of years and are a living connection to the Gondwana supercontinent.
- Hike the Dove Lake Circuit in Cradle Mountain National Park – passing the immense lake, high peaks of the mountain and lush vegetation while looking out for wombats.
- See the highlights of the picturesque Tasman Peninsula, including the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen, the Tessellated Pavement and the tragically historic Port Arthur.
- Join a bush tucker experience and learn all about the culturally rich landscape with a palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) guide then browse through the Salamanca Market in historic Hobart.
- Discover the rugged beauty and delicious flavours of Bruny Island as you sample local delicacies and explore the national parkland where towering cliffs fall away into the crashing sea.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Greening Australia. Donations help them tackle Australia’s complex environmental challenges, restoring landscapes at scale – in ways that work for communities, economies and nature.
New Zealand Southern Pioneer
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- Starting and finishing in the city of Christchurch, your local leader will show you the innovative and creative ways the city is rebuilding after a devastating earthquake in 2011.
- Live it up in the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown. Whether you fancy bungy jumping, jet boating, horseback riding or wine tasting, there’s something here to entice everyone.
- Get to know Wanaka, one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns (and that’s saying something!). Visit Mou Waho Island - an island in a lake on an island in another lake on an island in the ocean - a spot you won't soon forget.
- Visit a local gallery in Franz Josef and carve a pendant out of pounamu while learning about the precious stone’s significance to Maori culture.
- You’re on track for one of the world’s most scenic train journeys – cross the spectacular Southern Alps on the famous TranzAlpine from the West Coast to Christchurch.
New Zealand Northern Trail (Southbound)
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- Swap Auckland’s big city vibes for the natural beauty of the Coromandel Peninsula, including a visit to Hot Water Beach, where all you need is a spade to create your own natural hot tub.
- Chill out or hang ten in Raglan, a laidback town and surfing hotspot. Hop aboard a boat cruise around Raglan to watch the sunset and tuck into a classic Kiwi fish and chips dinner.
- Discover the diversity of Rotorua, from unbelievable geothermal activity to rich Maori culture. Visit a Maori village for a hangi dinner and traditional haka performance.
- Admire the out of this world landscapes of Tongariro National Park, from emerald green lakes to soaring volcanic peaks. If you’re up for the challenge, tackle the famous Tongariro Crossing.
- Get to know New Zealand’s creative and cosmopolitan capital, Wellington. Your local leader will show you the best of the city, including the Weta Workshop of Lord of the Rings fame.
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Northern Choice (Northbound)
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- Wellington: Wellington has a café and restaurant scene like no other, and today we'll sample it for ourselves. You'd better make sure you're hungry.
- Mount Ruapehu: See even more of the sights made famous by "The Lord of the Rings."
- Mount Ruapehu: Today we'll check out Mt Ruapehu, an active stratovolcano elevated almost 2,800 metres into the air!
- Rotorua: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, we'll head to Rainbow Springs near Rotorua to learn all about the locals' efforts to protect New Zealand's adorable national bird.
- Rotorua: Wait til you see 'em. Wait til you smell 'em. These geothermic mudpools are a thing to behold.
- Rotorua: A traditional Māori cultural performance, topped off with a traditional Māori feast... this ought to satisfy even the keenest of culture vultures.
- Huka Falls: Huka falls is a jaw-jutting display of natural hydro power. Here you'll see 220,000 litres of water tumble over the waterfall... per second that is(!)
- Auckland: With sailboats at every angle, this is a beaut view indeed.
- Paihia: The Waitangi Treaty Grounds might just be NZ's most important historical site, marking the place where the British Crown and the Māori people signed their first accords back in 1840.
- Paihia: A dinner of fish 'n' chips, enjoyed while overlooking the Bay of Islands in Paihia. Is this heaven? No sir, it's just salt and vinegar.
- Whangarei: See the work of the visionary Austrian painter, architect and ecological activist who made New Zealand his spiritual home.
Southern Spectacular
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Northern Choice (Southbound)
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